Columns
(Column) The first ‘working for Alabama’ czar will be Greg Reed
During the last session of the legislature, Governor Kay Ivey, Speaker of the House, Nathaniel Ledbetter, State Senate President Pro Tem, Greg Reed, along with ...
Amanda Shavers, Author at St. Clair News-Aegis
Amanda Shavers joined The Cullman Times in 1997 as the paper's first staff photographer. She has been News Editor since 2008. She is also Content Editor for Cullman Magazine (quarterly), Cullman County Graduation magazine, Fall in Love With Cullman magazine, Salute to Industry magazine and the Senior and Retiree Directory magazine. She is also Content Editor for the weekly St. Clair News-Aegis and she assists with the twice-weekly Athens News Courier.
Columns
The Bright Star – An Alabama institution
By far the most legendary restaurant in Alabama is The Bright Star in Bessemer. The famous establishment is iconic for not only its fabulous food ...
by Amanda Shavers, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 9:42 pm
Columns
(Column) Springville Happenings
Congratulations to Michael Wolfe for winning the SMS Spelling Bee competition that lasted 54 rounds Dec. 4. The Springville Elementary School Spelling Bee winners Dec. ...
by Amanda Shavers, Thursday, December 12, 2024 6:53 pm
News
Leeds local business campaigns begin Dec. 13
The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging shoppers to support local businesses with two major holiday campaigns. During the Leeds Blue Light Weekend, Dec.13-15, ...
by Amanda Shavers, Thursday, December 12, 2024 5:45 pm
Columns
(Column) All About Ashville
One of the best things about in Ashville is the events. There is Sweets on the Square. Fireworks blaze in the sky over the city ...
by Amanda Shavers, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 7:14 pm
Columns
(Dave says) Your income is the key
Dear Dave: I have $100,000 in student loan debt. Since the amount is so large, is there a special place in your Baby Steps plan for ...
by Amanda Shavers, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 7:35 pm
News
Nominations open for Eagle Awards to honor special contributors to Alabama State Parks
The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has begun accepting applications for its prestigious Eagle Awards, which recognize ...
by Amanda Shavers, Monday, December 9, 2024 6:24 pm
Editorials
(Our view) Be aware: ‘Tis the season of scam
The IRS has a message for you, and although it’s not coming certified mail in a logo-embossed envelope, it’s one worth paying attention to. This ...
by Amanda Shavers, Monday, December 9, 2024 5:34 pm
Columns
(Column) Big mules ain’t all bad
Our legendary governor of the 1940s and 1950s was the giant, cartoonish, character James E. “Big Jim” Folsom. Ole Big Jim ran against the big ...
by Amanda Shavers, Monday, December 9, 2024 5:12 pm
News
Panther Pass deadline Dec. 31
Deadline for Pell City students to purchase a Panther Pass is Dec. 31. Contact Aprille Thompson at 205-813-2802 or Aprille.thompson@g.pellcityschools.net with questions. Students will need ...